RENT TO OWN OPTION IS AVAILABLE!! DOWNPAYMENT GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE AS IN UP TO $55,000 IN GRANT ASSISTANCE! This is a rare opportunity to own a substantial 3,655 square foot brick home offering space, flexibility, and income-producing potential all in one property. This home provides room to grow, entertain, and create lasting value. Inside, you’ll find a large living room and formal dining room designed to accommodate both everyday living and special gatherings. Built-in bookcases add character and functionality, while tray ceilings enhance the architectural detail. A combination of wood, ceramic/porcelain tile, and carpet flooring provides a blend of style and durability throughout the home. Central air and heat ensure year-round comfort. One of the standout features of this property is the separate one-bedroom open-concept apartment. This additional living space offers flexibility for extended family, guests, private workspace, or rental income. Investors will immediately recognize the dual-living potential and opportunity for strong cash flow. Owner-occupants can offset their mortgage with rental income or create a multi-generational living arrangement. The exterior offers just as much appeal. Situated on a huge yard, there is ample space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreation, or future additions. A workshop with garage and storage space provides room for tools, equipment, hobbies, or business use. The solid brick construction adds durability and long-term value. This property is open and welcoming to first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors alike. Down payment assistance programs and grant opportunities may be available for qualified buyers, making homeownership more accessible. Investors seeking rental income, short-term rental potential, or multi-unit flexibility should take notice. Call today to schedule a private showing and explore the possibilities this property has to offer.
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Melrose Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Capitol Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Broadmoor Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
2/10
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About North Baton
Rouge
North Baton Rouge, located between Southern University and the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, is a residential and industrial Baton Rouge neighborhood with river-adjacent corridors and wide arterial streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Scenic Highway (LA-67) and Choctaw Drive corridor, where corner markets, auto shops, and long-running eateries line the roadway. Southern University’s F.G. Clark Activity Center and the Southern University Museum of Art act as cultural anchors with a steady calendar of events. Mid-century ranch homes and brick cottages sit alongside light-industrial blocks and rail-adjacent lots, giving the streetscape a working-city feel. Greenwood Community Park and the Mississippi River levee paths add open-air breathing room. Daily life centers on driving routes, campus activity, and local storefronts rather than a single main street.
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Offer insights
2231 Harelson Dr · $105,995
$106K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $106K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
15 days
The average home goes pending in 60 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.7%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Home design
Single-family residence
Traditional style
Two stories
Construction
Slab foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas available
Electricity and solar
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The purpose of A2 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 5.8 units per acre. Accessory uses normally compatible with surrounding low density residential development may be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space
Jun 5, 2026 • Final
Residential
Work on a single-family home.
New construction
Dec 3, 2018 • Final
Residential
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Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Baton Rouge, LA • 70802
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2231 Harelson Dr
$106,068
$73 over list price of $106K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $55K to $194K.